Facility Evaluation Report

Gaining Ground, LLC, Eureka06/07/2023Licence 126803598

Capacity120
Date signed06/07/2023 11:12:11 AM
The inspector’s account

At approximately 8:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chris Arnhold arrived unannounced at this Licensed Day Program to conduct an Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Spencer Ridenhour and toured the facility. This Day Program operates Monday -Friday. There were 48 Clients and 16 Staff present at the time of this inspection. The facility consists of offices, several large activity rooms and eight bathrooms. LPA observed the facility was a comfortable temperature and found all exits and walkways to be unobstructed. The facility grounds were also kept clean and without hazards. Clients bring lunches. Snacks are available for clients.

Toxins are centrally stored in locked closets. Water temperature measured within regulation between 105 and 120 degrees at faucets accessible to clients. Client money is not handled by facility. Day Program staff assist clients with medication. Medications are centrally stored and locked in a cabinet. The majority of the activities are community based, but there are several areas with Computers, Arts and Crafts and exercise equipment that are used at the program.

At approximately 9:15AM, LPA reviewed 5 client files and found files to be thorough and contain current client care assessments and individualized Service Plans. Staff records were also found to be current, including staff first aid and CPR training verification. Disaster drills are conducted twice yearly. Fire Extinguishers were found to be charged and inspected within the last 12 months.

No deficiencies were found in the areas inspected, No citations issued during today’s visit.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction